1981 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
